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OH HB769

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew Kishman

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Origin

House of Representatives

136th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires written contracts for roofing services exceeding $750, including contractor identification, itemized costs, insurance information, and a three-day cancellation notice with detachable cancellation form

  • Mandates roofing contractors maintain workers' compensation insurance and contractor liability insurance of at least $500,000 with completed operations coverage

  • Prohibits contractors from rebating insurance deductibles, requiring deposits exceeding 50% of contract price, obtaining power of attorney from consumers, or seeking assignment of insurance claims

  • Allows consumers to cancel contracts within three business days of signing, or within three business days of receiving notice that their insurance claim was denied

  • Classifies violations as deceptive consumer practices under Ohio law, with roofing contractor provisions taking effect 90 days after the bill's effective date

Legislative Description

Regulate the practices, contract terms of roofing contractors

Commerce

Last Action

Referred to committee: Commerce and Labor

3/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Labor3/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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